Okay, as a restaurant owner (5 locations in D.C. on Military bases) and a chef I take many things into account before making any kind of decision. Let's start first with the visualization. Pom Olive is in a nice neighborhood with parking. Before walking up to the restaurant you can tell this isn't a place to take someone you're trying to "impress"! The restaurant could use a little art mural on the walls...a little of touch and woom! Now let's get to the service. The service was friendly and not pushy which made me feel very relaxed. Food options ---- plenty! Pricing ---- very reasonable! Taste was very tasty. If you're with a friend or a small family it's a great spot. This wasn't a big restaurant so if you're a bigger party it makes a great take-out! Enjoy! read more

Pom & Olive - Spiced Garlic Potato - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Food was flavorful and filling. service was very attentive . The ambience was relaxing with calming music. This made my experience exceptional. I will return to this place and recommend it as well. read more

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Found this little place on Yelp and it was delicious! The pita and hummus was great, I was recommended to try the spicy and was not let down. Very fresh and flavourful tasting hummus. The entree was the filet mignon and chicken sushi kebabs. Both were cooked perfectly and had great flavor with the basmati rice. A great option if you're looking for Mediterranean in the area read more

Pom & Olive - Filet Mignon Shish Kebab & Chicken Shish Kebab - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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5 STARS: The owner was extremely sweet and checked on us frequently. I ordered the chicken swish kebab that had zucchini, onions, basmati rice, and a salad. My plate was $13 which felt very reasonable for the amount of food I was given. Everything was fresh without being oily or greasy. I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the Newport area or walking across the street from Hoag. The outside patio was nice and shaded. Definitely will be back again! read more

Pom & Olive - Chicken Shish Kebab - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Unfortunately, nothing really special. Food was simply ok. The pita bread was the store bought, thin, flavorless type. Stick to the veggies with your hummus trio. The lady who served us, maybe the owner, was very shy? and definitely moved at her own pace. Polite but very short answered. The restaurant was empty on a Wednesday. One other table showed up while we were eating. The inside is clean and looks brand new, the decor although, a little mismatched and tacky. I'm not always in Newport, and won't drive that way again for Pom & Olive. read more

This is the best of the best when it comes to Mediterranean food! Sooo delicious! I recommend the koobideh combo, but I loved everything I tried here. read more

We ordered Pom and Olive for the first time in February on DoorDash and have ordered it about 6 times since, that's how good it is. We haven't strayed much from our initial order, but I will say the Koobideh combo with mixed rice and side of garlic sauce is one of the best things I've ever had. I could honestly eat this meal every day and not be sick of it. The 2 different meats pair so nicely with the garlic sauce and the lentils + raisins in the rice add a welcomed texture and sweetness to the dish. And then you add the grilled onions and side salad?! This dish is pure heaven. At $16 + .50c for sauce, it really can't be beat in terms of taste, value, and portion. We've also been ordering the falafel platter which comes with basmati rice, side salad, hummus and a little bit of cabbage. The falafel is delicious, sometimes on the dry side, but nothing a little garlic sauce can't help. I really like the cabbage side that comes with it, wish there were more (not even sure you can see it in the pic). Overall, I love Pom and Olive and can't believe I didn't find them sooner but am definitely making the most of it now. Shout out to Shiva and her brother for the best koobideh and garlic sauce! read more

Pom & Olive - Koobideh Combo - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Pom & Olive has some of the best Mediterranean food in the area! The dolmades were truly unlike any I've had before, in the best way. Chicken shish kabob was so flavorful- seasoned perfectly and had a really nice charred taste. The staff were super friendly and attentive and gave great service. The restaurant has an overall really peaceful energy and great ambiance. 10/10 recommend read more

Pom & Olive - Chicken Shish Kabab - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

More people need to come to Pom & Olive!!! Such affordable and delicious, healthy food. I always get the koobideh combo, both chicken and beef is delicious. I crave it. The portions are also really big especially for what you get. The staff is all really kind and the service is quick. The vibe in there is really cute, they even have patio seating. Forget cava dude, go to Pom & Olive. read more

Pom & Olive - Koobideh Combo - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Family owned. Has nice patio seating area outside. Great customer service. Clean. Fresh food. Good portions & prices. Beautiful restaurant w/good ambiance. One of the best Mediterranean restaurants I've been to. read more

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Great place! We were surprised it was not more full on a Saturday night. The food was really good and this place is SEED OIL FREE!!! which omg this is amazing that more and more places are switching. The service was great, the lady at the front even turned the tv on for us which entertained our toddler while we ate. Even though the place is small and easy to miss, it was really clean and nice inside. Also I forgot to mention, the prices were super reasonable for what they offer!! Next time we are in the area we are coming back. read more

Service is AWESOME and food is amazing!!!!! The chicken is perfect and people were nice.

Delicious food at great prices and lovely owners. I'm sad I've moved far away from Pom & Olive but I will make the drive because the food it so good! The melon resfresher is DELISH! read more

A great place for a quiet fabulous "home cooked" meal. Fresh and quality ingredients at a valued price. Highly recommend!

Food was 10/10!!! Very fresh and home made. The hummus was amazing and the falafel. The baklava was the star of the show! Can't wait to come back! Service was great. Very kind staff. Vibe was chill sat outside and love the patio! read more

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Amazing food, friendly service, Luis the server was great too! Went here to take my cousin out for her birthday lunch she loved it too!

Be careful driving on this rainy night with very slippery roads. I say this because I must have crashed my car and woke up in heaven. I didn't realize heaven was a Mediterranean restaurant located at 325 Old Newport Blvd. Beautiful lighting, wonderful staff, and a chicken shawarma plate that will knock your socks off. Seriously, I think I left a sock there. That's a story for a different time... in all seriousness love this place, one billion stars!! read more

Pom & Olive - Chicken Shawarma Platter, also beautifully plated. REALLY good. - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Hah went again for donnas birthday, she didnt want anything flashy so she didnt mention. Btw look at the bathroom! Its beautiful! Like a spacious warm home bathroom. The coloring scheme is very beautiful and the way it is arranged. I ordered the lamb chops, i love the tenderness of how it was. The waitress was so pleased to see us back, she remembered what we ordered last which made us feel special. Hah its a nice homely place to enjoy a birthday. read more

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I was looking for a nearby Mediterranean place and saw Pom & Olive. Their other location has a lot of great reviews and this is their newer location. I was going to get the combination platter, but after looking at the pictures in the menu, I was intrigued by one of the dishes. I asked the owner/ hostess/ waitress what it was, beyti kabab, and decided to go for it. It's beef skewers wrapped in tortillas topped with tomato sauce and served with basmati rice and yogurt. I enjoyed the beef and rice. There was a little too much tomato sauce for me, but I liked the green cilantro sauce on top though. It was a filling dish. Service was a bit slow as I think there were only a few people working. It was friendly though. We were given complimentary pita fries. When we took baklava to go, she looked for the biggest piece to box. FYI- They don't have a liquor license (yet?). read more

Pom & Olive - Beyti Kebab - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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The food is always delicious, and the service is always warm and welcoming. The prices are more than reasonable. I love the pita fries and chicken shish kabob. Highly recommend. read more

This place is amazing!!! The food is fresh and so delicious. You won't find better. Great Mediterranean food. Humus is so tasty!

Tried the chicken sish kebab which comes with chicken breast. From the flavors to quality it checked all the boxes. When back in the area we will come back read more

Pom & Olive - Chicken Sish Kebab - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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If you haven't been here yet, you're missing out big time! The food here is next level. Filet mignon kabab is a must try. Everything is made fresh and home made, and the service is awesome. I've been here quite a few times now and I'm never disappointed. Great prices, euro vibe, bomb food. read more

This restaurant ignited my love for Mediterranean food again! In particular when ordering their deliciously made boneless chicken kebab dish. Excellent food and ambiance, overall visiting Pom & Olive is a must. read more

Great service. Outstanding Mediterranean cuisine. Nice ambiance. Both indoor and outdoor seating.

Food is delicious. Portions are generous. The owner is very pleasant. The pita fries are a must.

Wanted to try the new location because we'd always had good meals at the Bristol restaurant. Very nice decor and vibe. Tried the falafel, lamb wrap and Shawarma trio. Nice flavors in the falafel. Beautiful lamb! The beef and chicken were very dry. Service was a little dicey because the one fellow didn't understand our questions/requests. He would just smile and walk away without helping us out. Also, though the website shows cocktails, they are not available at this location. Stick with their lamb dishes and you'll be happy! Cheers! read more

Pom & Olive - Shawarma Trio - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

The shwarma trio platter was so flavorful and perfect to share The cheese borek was sooo yum And the neighborhood hospitality is felt you can also bring your own wine! read more

I had the koobedeh kabob. Wonderful food and great service! Lots of food for the price.

My boyfriend and I came in here this afternoon for lunch and we loved it!! We each got a refreshment - the watermelon mint lemonade was delicious. We shared the hummus combo & each got a kebab plate. we loved it!! The service was good & the staff is very nice. We sat outside & enjoyed the patio. We're excited to come back read more

Pom & Olive - Chicken kebab - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

This has to be the best authentic Mediterranean cuisine in OC. Amazing quality and amazing prices. We got the ginger lemonade, pita and hummus, dolmades, and the beef stew. Everything was phenomenal, so fresh and large portions. Service was impeccable as well, food came out fast and hot. I even picked up an order from here a few days later and it was ready within 15 mins. Can't wait to be back. read more

Excellent authentic Mediterranean style food that is made from scratch and very good quality. The service was great and the ambience felt like home. A great place to try authentic food from various places. read more

The food is very fresh and also always comes out fast. You can tell it's cooked clean and without harmful oils and preservatives. It's also very affordable. The service is genuine. read more

Wow! This place was so good! This is such an under appreciated gem! I'm vegan and I got the cauliflower shawarma without feta (tip: I think I should have asked for no sauces because I think one had dairy in it, d'oh!). It was both beautiful and delicious. We were greeted so kindly and they got my friend a high chair for her son. Oh, and did I mention we got two entrees an appetizer and a drink for just over $40? I wish I lived closer! read more

Amazing place. This is the second location they opened up. All the food is amazing and delicious. The family that runs it is always working and make the most authentic food you can get. I would recommend everything on the menu. read more

Best ever. Cool cafe vibe. Portions are huge and delicious!! Must go!!! Mom and pop owned. Support small business!!! You'll love this place. read more

We really enjoyed a family meal here. Reasonable prices and great service. Falafel was my favorite.

Pom & Olive is our go to when we want to get out of the house for the best home cooked feeling food. Zhila and the staff are so kind and welcoming and the food is consistently SO good. Every dish is so well portioned and the value is incredible. The ingredients they use are fresh and truly the best Mediterranean sauces I've had at home. It's such a great hidden gem and locals spot - everyone in town needs to give it a try, at least for take out. They now are serving wine and beer too! We love their pita wraps, shawarma and cheese boreks every time to start. read more

Same great food, even better location! P&O Costa Mesa is my go-to whenever I'm getting my car serviced at Fletcher Jones across the street but I had no idea they even had a new location. The decor is clean and welcoming and we were greeted as soon as we walked in. The service was amazing, as usual and the food was even better! Everything was fresh and delicious and super reasonably priced. The cucumber limeade and pomegranate drinks were only four dollars each, which I very much appreciate. We'll definitely be back! read more

Pom & Olive - Chicken Koobideh Kabab - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

We had dinner at the Newport Beach location a couple months ago and found the service to be very slow. The food was good but the ambiance had room for improvement... We ordered two lamb shank dinners to go last Saturday night and it was delicious. Fork tender lamb with a simple salad at a reasonable price. Very tasty! read more